1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Skylark | G34 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
